Hua Xiangyun twirled her knife, and the cold glint of the blade made Jiang Yi subtly shift his position slightly.
"This thing is too dangerous; you shouldn't play with it." Jiang Yi immediately noticed the unusual nature of the dagger. "It's essentially a murder weapon!"
Hua Xiangyun placed the dagger on the table. "How about this for self-defense?"
Jiang Yi carefully examined it and found that there was no longer any malevolent energy on it. Only then did he put the dagger back on the table. "It's best to give it a scabbard, so that it doesn't accidentally hurt yourself."
As for where this thing came from, he didn't want to ask in detail; everyone has their own destiny.
Hua Xiangyun wasn't in a hurry, since the Nine Lotus Cauldrons area was still empty. "We haven't found a suitable one yet, so let's talk about it later."
What brings you here? You're not just here to check if I'm on guard, are you?
"I heard you were back, so I came to see you." Hua Xiangyun no longer hides herself away from the outside like she usually does, and she looks about 70% like she used to.
The only difference is that she looks a bit younger now, and her features are more refined.
His current physical appearance, exposed to wind and sun for so long, will be very difficult to recover.
As for their appearance, they are only about 50% similar now, and it's unknown whether they will gradually change in the future.
The two recounted their experiences over the past few days, especially Jiang Yi, who avoided the important issues and only talked about work-related matters, without mentioning at all the troubles he had been harassed over.
Hua Xiangyun, to save face for her senior brother, waited until he was about to leave before asking, "There's no rush to find a sister-in-law. If you find someone you like, I'll take a look at your face and check your birth dates."
Jiang Yi gritted his teeth, "When that day truly comes, it will surely be a match made in heaven."
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Hua Xiangyun was seen off by Tian Guihua early in the morning and ran into many friends.
These people usually spend the winter either in their rural hometowns for the Lunar New Year or staying at home working, so it's rare to see them all gathered at the door.
There are two courtyards, and seven or eight neighbors are all in their final year of high school. They usually walk together.
"Good morning," Hua Xiangyun said, still bundled up tightly. She didn't know the names of many people, so she simply glossed over it.
Although everyone doesn't see each other often, they all know about her falling out with Zhou Xiaolan. But only a month has passed, how come Zhou Xiaolan looks so haggard?
Wu Yanxin grabbed Xiao Shaoyao and then reached out to link arms with Hua Xiangyun. "Let's hurry up and go, or we'll be late on the first day."
Hua Xiangyun followed her lead and walked at the front.
"Xiangyun, I heard you were injured. Where are you hurt? It's a pity I've been staying with my grandfather and haven't been able to visit you."
Hua Xiangyun really didn't know how to address the other party, but Wu Yanxin came to her rescue, "Peony, didn't you see that Xiangyun's head is still bandaged? He Ping'an was really ruthless. Xiangyun is lucky to be alive, but she has suffered a lot."
In Hua Xiangyun's memory, this was Xiao Shaoyao, a friend she got along with quite well. Now it just so happens to match. "It's okay, the injury has almost healed. It's just that it's too cold today, so wrapping it up like this will keep my face from getting cold."
Why did you take so long this time? When did you get back?
"I only arrived last night..."
Looking at Hua Xiangyun walking ahead, Zhou Xiaolan felt a pang of grievance. For so long, she had been humbled and submissive, yet Hua Xiangyun still wouldn't let her off the hook.
Her grandparents have always lived here. She and her parents squeeze into one room and sleep on the floor, but she still has to endure their cold words and sarcastic remarks.
She hasn't been eating or sleeping well these days, and she doesn't even know what a head is.
"Xiao Lan, when are your grandparents going back?" Li Shuixin was aware of her situation. During this winter vacation, she had secretly taken some food from home to give to Zhou Xiaolan several times, but her older brother and the others found out last time, so she probably wouldn't be able to help next time.
"I don't know either," Zhou Xiaolan said bitterly. Her grandparents had come up with a very strong reason to help make Jiang Yi their grandson-in-law. They would wander around outside after meals and come back as soon as it was time to eat.
They had only lived there for a little over half a month, but their faces had become rounder, while he himself had become darker and thinner.
She had already told Bai Ailian privately that the family's food rations were fixed, and the monthly supply was limited.
Right now, the whole family is scrimping and saving to feed the two elderly people. After a while, no one can take it anymore.
Bai Ailian scolded her, saying she had no conscience and didn't even consider why her grandparents lived here—wasn't it all for her future happiness?
Zhou Xiaoran felt powerless. If she really went to find Jiang Yi, she would have to live in the shadow of her parents' family for the rest of her life.
(She hadn't even considered whether Jiang Yi might be interested in her.)
Li Shuixin felt some sympathy for her. Before, she could at least have enough to eat and a place to sleep at home, but how was Zhou Xiaolan doing during the Lunar New Year? Everyone knew the answer.
"Why don't you go and beg Xiangyun again? It's better than sleeping on the floor every day."
She lives alone in a big room in our courtyard, so it won't be a problem if she squeezes in with you.
This has been how things have always been; they can't understand your difficulties at all.
Zhou Xiaolan remained silent, her head bowed. She had pleaded countless times, but Hua Xiangyun seemed like a completely different person, ruthless and heartless.
Hua Zhian's image appeared in her mind. When she became a member of the Hua family, she would definitely teach her a lesson.
I patted my belly. Grandma said that since sitting in the classroom doesn't require much effort, there's no need to waste food...
"Shuixin, have you eaten yet?"
"..."
Hua Xiangyun had no idea about their subsequent conversation, and even if she did, she wouldn't have taken it seriously.
She had studied for more than ten years, and now she was back in her student days, which was both novel and exciting.
The faces of the classmates and companions around them were filled with joy. Although it had only been a month since they were separated, it felt like they had been separated from old friends for a long time. They had endless things to talk about along the way.
Hua Xiangyun listened quietly to their laughter and banter, occasionally chiming in with a few words, adding a touch of joy to the journey.
The school wasn't far from them; after all, the county town wasn't that big. It only took about ten minutes to walk to the school gate.
Unlike during the holidays, Heping Middle School was not deserted; many students had gathered at the school gate from all directions.
Everyone greeted each other and joked around.
Hua Xiangyun followed the group into the classroom and was dumbfounded, because she really didn't know which seat she was sitting in.
Seeing her standing there blankly, Wu Yanxin gave her a push, "What are you standing there for? If you don't want to sit with Zhou Xiaolan, just tell the teacher."
They are about to graduate, and the teacher said that once the position is set, it will not be changed, and if there is a real need, they will have to solve it themselves.
Hua Xiangyun was surprised to find that she and Zhou Xiaolan were still sitting at the same table. Zhou Xiaolan had already taken her seat and was staring straight at her.
It was as if they were waiting for her to walk over on her own, which made Hua Xiangyun very unhappy. Did they really think she had no other choice?
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